interpreted language

[ɪnˈtɜːrprɪtɪd ˈlæŋɡwɪdʒ]
nounpl: interpreted languages
linguagem interpretada
1. A programming language that is executed directly by an interpreter rather than being compiled into machine code beforehand
Python is an interpreted language that executes code line by line.
Python é uma linguagem interpretada que executa o código linha por linha.
2. A computer language where source code is translated and executed simultaneously by an interpreter program
JavaScript is an interpreted language commonly used in web browsers.
JavaScript é uma linguagem interpretada comumente usada em navegadores web.
This is technical jargon essential in software development education and industry worldwide. In Brazil, the term 'linguagem interpretada' is widely used in computer science courses and tech communities. The distinction between interpreted and compiled languages is fundamental to programming curricula globally.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
dynamic languagescripting languagehigh-level language
Antonyms / Antônimos
compiled languagemachine languageassembly language

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
linguagem interpretada
Standard term used in Brazilian technical and academic contexts
Portugal
linguagem interpretada
Same terminology used in Portuguese computing contexts
USA
interpreted language
Standard English term in computer science education and industry

Related Words

interpretercompilersource codeexecutionruntime

Related Idioms & Phrases

run-time interpretation
on-the-fly execution
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